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Russian Cannon

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Russian cannon used in the Battle of the Light Brigade, led by Lord Cardigan.
A Russian cannon was captured during the Battle of Balaclava on October 25, 1854, a key engagement in the Crimean War; the battle is best known for the disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade, led by Lord Cardigan, which highlighted the chaos and poor command structure of the war.

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